Zesty Chicken Taco Cups
These Zesty Chicken Taco Cups are a delightful fusion of vibrant Mexican flavors neatly packaged in crispy taco shells. Perfect for a casual lunch or snack, this dish features tender, seasoned chicken combined with crisp vegetables and zesty lime juice. Baked to golden perfection, the taco cups serve as a fun, interactive meal that can be customized with your favorite toppings like shredded lettuce, cheese, fresh tomatoes, and creamy sour cream. Delight your family and friends with this colorful and tasty treat that’s as fun to make as it is to eat!
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Servings
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Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Taco shells
1 (16 1/3 ounce) package (Remove from the dinner kit.)
Red or green bell pepper
1 medium (Chopped.)
Onion
1 medium (Chopped.)
Vegetable oil
2 tablespoons (To sauté the vegetables.)
Boneless skinless chicken breasts
4 (Diced.)
Water
1/4 cup (For cooking.)
Lime juice
2 tablespoons (Freshly squeezed.)
Lettuce
To taste (Shredded.)
Cheese
To taste (Shredded.)
Sour cream
To taste (For topping.)
Tomatoes
To taste (Chopped.)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
Remove the taco shells, taco sauce, hot sauce, and taco seasoning mix from the Soft Taco Dinner kit.
3
To create the taco cup shape, lightly press or fold the tortillas to fit into muffin cups. Coat the cups with vegetable cooking spray to prevent sticking. For easier handling, microwave the tortillas for a few seconds until they are pliable.
4
Place the lined muffin cups in the oven and bake for 6 to 8 minutes or until the taco shells are golden brown and crisp. Remove from the oven and set aside.
5
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped bell peppers and onion, sautéing for about 5 minutes or until softened and fragrant.
6
Add the diced chicken to the skillet along with the taco sauce, hot sauce, taco seasoning mix, 1/4 cup of water, and lime juice. Cook everything over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked through and the flavors are combined.
7
Carefully spoon the chicken mixture evenly into each baked taco cup.
8
Top each taco cup with your choice of shredded lettuce, cheese, chopped tomatoes, and a dollop of sour cream.
9
Serve the taco cups immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Zesty Chicken Taco Cups?
Zesty Chicken Taco Cups are a delightful fusion of vibrant Mexican flavors packaged in crispy taco shells, perfect for a casual lunch or snack.
What ingredients come in the Soft Taco Dinner kit?
The kit includes taco shells, taco sauce, hot sauce, and a taco seasoning mix.
What temperature should the oven be preheated to?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C).
How do I shape the taco shells into cups?
Lightly press or fold the tortillas to fit into muffin cups.
How can I make the tortillas easier to handle?
Microwave the tortillas for a few seconds until they are pliable.
How do I prevent the taco cups from sticking to the muffin tin?
Coat the muffin cups with vegetable cooking spray before adding the tortillas.
How long should I bake the taco shells?
Bake them for 6 to 8 minutes or until they are golden brown and crisp.
What vegetables are sautéed for the chicken mixture?
The recipe calls for chopped bell peppers and one medium onion.
How long should I sauté the peppers and onions?
Sauté them for about 5 minutes or until they are softened and fragrant.
What type of chicken is used in this recipe?
The recipe uses four boneless skinless chicken breasts, which should be diced.
What liquids are added to the skillet with the chicken?
Add 1/4 cup of water and 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lime juice.
How long does the chicken mixture need to cook?
Cook the mixture over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
How do I know when the chicken mixture is ready?
It is ready when the chicken is fully cooked through and the flavors are well combined.
What toppings are recommended for these taco cups?
Recommended toppings include shredded lettuce, cheese, chopped tomatoes, and a dollop of sour cream.
How should the taco cups be served?
They should be served immediately after assembly.
Can I use different colored bell peppers?
Yes, you can use either red or green bell peppers.
Is this recipe suitable for a party?
Yes, it is a fun, interactive meal that works great as party food.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 11 main ingredients listed for this dish.
What kind of oil is used for sautéing?
The recipe specifies using 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil.
What kind of cheese should I use?
You can use any shredded cheese according to your taste.
Does this recipe include hot sauce?
Yes, hot sauce is included in the kit and used in the chicken mixture.
How many chicken breasts are required?
The recipe requires 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts.
Can I customize the toppings?
Yes, the taco cups can be customized with any of your favorite toppings.
What is the first step of the instructions?
The first step is to preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
What size bell pepper should I use?
The recipe calls for one medium bell pepper.
Is lime juice required?
Yes, 2 tablespoons of lime juice are used to provide a zesty flavor.
Should the tomatoes be chopped?
Yes, the tomatoes should be chopped for use as a topping.
What is the texture of the taco shells after baking?
The taco shells become golden brown and crisp.
Is this recipe considered a snack or a meal?
It is versatile and can be served as a casual lunch, a snack, or a party feast.
What tools are needed to shape the cups?
A muffin tin or muffin cups are needed to create the taco cup shape.